Budget Development Offices lead the development, analysis, and execution of the State of Michigan’s budget across major policy areas. Working in close partnership with state agencies, the Legislature, and executive leadership, these offices translate policy priorities into balanced, implementable budgets that support critical public services. Each office is responsible for a portfolio of state agencies and programs, overseeing budget planning, fiscal analysis, and ongoing monitoring. Together, they ensure that budget recommendations are comprehensive, aligned with statewide priorities, and responsive to changing fiscal and economic conditions.
OED is responsible for budget matters relating to the economic development and infrastructure areas of state government, including departments of Insurance and Financial Services, Labor and Economic Opportunity, Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, State, Transportation, Treasury, and Technology, Management and Budget. OED's budget responsibilities also include local government Revenue Sharing programs and the review and evaluation of capital outlay projects for all universities, community colleges, and state agencies.
OE is responsible for budget matters related to education. This includes the School Aid budget supporting Michigan's K-12 system and the budgets supporting Michigan's public universities and community colleges, as well as the budget for the state's Department of Education and Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential.
OHHS is responsible for budget matters related to programs administered by the Department of Health and Human Services, which include the state's Medicaid and other public assistance programs, public and mental health programs, and child welfare functions.
OPPR is responsible for budget matters within the criminal justice components of the state budget, including the departments of Corrections, Military and Veterans' Affairs, and State Police, and the Judiciary. The office is also responsible for departmental budgets in the areas of environmental and resource management, including the departments of Agriculture and Rural Development, Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, and Natural Resources. Other budget responsibilities include the Attorney General's Office, the Executive Office, the Legislature and Legislative Auditor General, and the Department of Civil Rights.
OBCD supports the overall budget development process by coordinating timelines, materials, and cross-cutting efforts across all budget areas. The office works closely with each Budget Development Office to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment throughout the development and execution of the state budget.
In addition to the Budget Development Offices, the State Budget Office includes teams that work across all budget areas to support the development, communication, and implementation of the state budget. These functions include legislative and external affairs, communications, and executive leadership. Together, they coordinate with stakeholders, support budget presentation and implementation, and help ensure clear, consistent engagement with the Legislature, state agencies, and the public.
